Inkster, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Inkster Police Department serves the city of Inkster, MI in Wayne County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,232 violent crimes and 2,643 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 221.4 per 100k residents, which is 108.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 158.2 per 100k, 3.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 8 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate221.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,232 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate11.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents141 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate11.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents117 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate47.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,166 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate158.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,643 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate35.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents639 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate71.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,368 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate47.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents586 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 221.4 | F | 3232 | 106.2 | +108.5% |
| Property Crime | 158.2 | C | 2643 | 163.6 | -3.3% |
| Rape | 11.9 | F | 141 | 3.5 | +235.4% |
| Robbery | 11.9 | F | 117 | 5.8 | +103.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 47.4 | F | 1166 | 22.3 | +113.1% |
| Burglary | 35.6 | D | 639 | 24.0 | +48.1% |
| Larceny | 71.2 | A | 1368 | 116.4 | -38.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 47.4 | F | 586 | 22.2 | +113.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 8 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 5 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dearborn Heights | 1 miles | D 166.1 | B 112.3 | Violent: 25.0% lower Property: 29.0% lower |
| Allen Park | 3 miles | A 68.4 | B 140.4 | Violent: 69.1% lower Property: 11.2% lower |
| Ecorse | 3 miles | F 220.1 | C 176.1 | Violent: 0.6% lower Property: 11.3% higher |
| Garden City | 3 miles | C 109.1 | A 82.8 | Violent: 50.7% lower Property: 47.7% lower |
| Grosse Ile Township | 3 miles | A 9.5 | A 47.5 | Violent: 95.7% lower Property: 69.9% lower |